10/3/24 - Fr. John-Mary Bowlin - Charity for Weddings Outside the Church?

Fr. John-Mary Bowlin serves as Parish Priest at St. Jude Catholic Church in Gun Barrel City, Texas. He served in the U.S. Army and was ordained a priest in June of 2012. In Today's Show: What does Father think about "children's masses"? For the 9 First Fridays devotion, can a spiritual communion suffice? Or do I have to start over? Wouldn't it be charitable to attend those weddings outside the Church, to show that we love them no matter what? What should be the age for receiving communion? People say that Church Tradition is set in stone. Others say that it updates and changes itself over time. Which is true? What should I focus on/take away from the readings this upcoming Sunday? (October 6th, 2024) How do I deal with the loss of a loved one and fear of death? How do I deal with the loss of a loved one and fear of death? - (Continued) If St. Thomas defines charity or love as willing the good of another, how would our love of God be defined since God is already perfect goodness itself? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!